[Company / Industry] Fashion Clothing / Retail
[Position] Legal Counsel
[Function] Legal
[Reporting Line] Direct report to Head of Safety & Compliance in Korea / Dotted report to Regional Head of Legal & Public Affairs
[Employment Type] Full time
[Compensation] TBD
[Location] Seoul, Korea
[Global HQ] Stockholm, Sweden
[Consultant in charge] Simon S. Kim
Company Description:
Global retail and fashion brand that offers the latest styles and inspiration, from fashion pieces and unique designer collaborations to affordable wardrobe essentials
The Position:
As a Legal Counsel, you provide end-to- end legal support for both digital and physical store expansion and portfolio of the Company brands in Korea. Be a reliable business partner by providing legal and regulatory guidance, including but not limited to labor law, employment matters, health and safety, and data privacy, ensuring that it is in line with local laws and company guidelines.
Job Description:
Review, draft and negotiate lease/tenancy agreements for the Company stores including legal documents related to construction and facilities from a pro-business perspective with minimal risk exposure to the Company
Proactively advise on legal issues/disputes related to expansion and/or consolidation and draft responses and letters in relation to contentious matters.
Provide support on marketplace and partnership opportunities for online/digital projects.
Assist the Regional Head of Legal & PA to provide overall legal support for projects, disputes, and strategic initiatives. Liaise with and support external counsel engagements in relation to dispute resolution.
Assist in research and analysis on legal issues with cross-border element in business/ consumer laws and other laws relevant for the industry.
Job Requirements:
To be successful as a Legal Counsel, you have experience in an in-house legal function in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, ideally in a consumer business with digital and/or leasing experience. A self-starter who can work with minimum guidance and demonstrate a pro-active, positive attitude to their work with detail-oriented approach. Demonstrate a strong work ethic and a high energy level with ability to thrive in a busy, commercially oriented, and hands-on environment, working as a team
Ability to speak fluently in Korean language and English Business Level is a must; confidence to communicate well to a range of audiences about the business and legal priorities in a multi-cultural and multi-level environment.
Experience with an international law firm or a multi-national corporation is highly preferred
Experience with retail environment and leasing would be a plus.
5 to 8 years of law firm and in-house legal experience in Korea; called to the Bar in Korea
Grasp key drivers of the business and industry and quickly become immersed in the business and legal issues facing the company
If you are interested, please contact simon.kim@rp4rp.com, +82-2-6123-0100